Best Paying Industries for Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders
$42,730
National Median Salary
24
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing | $59,280 | +38.7% | 960 |
| 2 | Tobacco Manufacturing | $59,280 | +38.7% | 940 |
| 3 | Grain and Oilseed Milling | $54,340 | +27.2% | 530 |
| 4 | Dairy Product Manufacturing | $47,730 | +11.7% | 930 |
| 5 | Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging | $47,570 | +11.3% | 40 |
| 6 | Restaurants and Other Eating Places | $45,910 | +7.4% | 910 |
| 7 | Food Services and Drinking Places | $45,760 | +7.1% | 950 |
| 8 | Animal Food Manufacturing | $45,670 | +6.9% | 290 |
| 9 | Special Food Services | $45,160 | +5.7% | — |
| 10 | Other Food Manufacturing | $43,450 | +1.7% | 4,790 |
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